The premise and foundation of the U.S. could not be stated more clearly.-- Mike, Norwalk

-- Logan, Memphis, TN

And it is clear that today, in 2006 there is no greater threat to the US than the current leaderships assult upon these very premises.-- Anonymous, Reston, VA US

-- Joe, Rochester, MI

I see we have consensus... of course the definition of what an individual's private rights are most likely will differ widely among the above respondents.-- E Archer, NYC

What does Ron Paul think?-- Vexari, Indian Shores

Just what I was looking for.-- Jordan

"Individual Rights" ... not collective rights which is an oxymoron anyway. And Reston's observation is even more pertinent today.-- J Carlton, Calgary

-- jim k, Austin, Tx

Sure wish the government would quit doing what they claim is for our own public good.-- Cal, Lewisville, TX

-- watchman 13, USA

"Private Rights' herein obviously means 'Individual Fundamental Rights'.-- as Right to Life-Honour and Property. ... This - SirWilliam Blackstone's reminder needs to be more and more publicized to wider humanity. -- Vedapushpa, Bangalore